I’m a sucker for nostalgia. I put a lot of weight into reflecting over past memories and highlighting the goodness of life. That’s a big part of why I do photography–to show real stories through photographs.

Abby and Kris are engaged! These two are so joyful and fun and so excited to be married! It was easy to see how much these two love each other and I loved spending the evening together with them. They’re the bomb. :)

It all (mostly) started at a town-favorite sushi restaurant, then a picnic lunch (Kris was not messing around! :)), and the rest is history!

In my continuation of my best of series, this is the collection of 2014 engagement sessions (mostly) as well as some portrait sessions. I’ve said it way more than once and I’ll say it again: I work with the most fantastic of people! I enjoy pushing myself artistically to create my best work every time I pick up my camera, but truly my favorite part of photography is being able to work with so many incredible people. It’s just great! And it keeps me ever so humble and grateful to be able to keep on doing this.

There’s so much love here. :) This is my 2014 review of engagements & sessions!

This past year has not paused in the slightest waiting for me to catch up on my photo review, but it was too awesome to skip over. :) There were so many great times that this will be a two-part post (weddings and non-weddings). 2014 marked another fantastic year working with the sweetest people in the world across six states. It seems as though people are still putting up with my quirky take on humor and my new found cat lady syndrome, so that’s a win in my book. :)

Included in this post are some of the greatest and most kind people I know. These folks are the real deal, always keeping me smiling and excited for the impact they’ll make in the world. It’s been my honor and privilege to share in so many momentous occasions of happiness, laughter, tears, anticipation, and joy.

This is the story of stories.

Below are photos from weddings that I’ve assisted. I’ve been able to work with so many other incredible photographers. I love being able to be the behind-the-scenes photo guy at weddings too. :)

I couldn’t have asked for anything more. Thanks for all of you who made it so special! :)